Four Stories from Mifuko Trust

Four Stories from Mifuko Trust

The ripple effects of empowering women in rural communities are profound and far-reaching. At Mifuko Trust, we believe in the power of women to drive positive change not just for themselves, but fo...
Small Actions, Big Changes

Small Actions, Big Changes

Mifuko Trust was established in 2012 to promote women's empowerment and sustainable development in rural Kenya. Collaboration with the fair trade company Mifuko Ltd forms the foundation of its acti...
Elina Sipilä Concludes Her Intership at Mifuko Trust

Elina Sipilä Concludes Her Intership at Mifuko Trust

Elina was impressed by grassroots activism in Kenya and got to apply her studies in practice.
Women and men standing under a tent in Kenya

Introducing chairperson Minna Impiö

Minna Impiö, co-founder of Mifuko company and Mifuko Trust, emphasizes comprehensive corporate responsibility, partnerships with experts, and the urgency of enhancing biodiversity.
Introducing Our Agroforestry Ambassador Mwende Mutisya

Introducing Our Agroforestry Ambassador Mwende Mutisya

Mwende is one of 41 agroforestry ambassadors trained in 2023. The group participated in an inspiring refresher training in May 2024.
Breaking the Stigma: Community Efforts to Improve Menstrual Health

Breaking the Stigma: Community Efforts to Improve Menstrual Health

We discussed the challenges related to menstrual hygiene management with over 600 women, girls, men, and boys.  We broke the stigma surrounding menstruation and brainstormed solutions to improve me...
Introducing Mifuko Women Development CBO's New Board

Introducing Mifuko Women Development CBO's New Board

The new board of our partner organization, Mifuko Women Development CBO, was elected in 2024. The board members value women's empowerment and working as a team to achieve positive change in their c...
Anna Puu hugging a door with a Mifuko Trust and Mifuko Women Development CBO sign

Introducing Our Agroforestry Ambassador Anna Puu

As an Agroforestry Ambassador since 2023, Anna is committed to raising awareness about Mifuko Trust's projects in Kenya. 
From Weaving to Community Involvement: Friendship of Anna and Ruth

From Weaving to Community Involvement: Friendship of Anna and Ruth

While Valentine's Day is celebrated worldwide, in Finland it's referred to as Friend's Day, highlighting the importance of friendship. Following the theme, we share the story of Anna and Ruth, two ...